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Can you take aygestin to delay a period at the same time as birth control pills to prevent pregnancy?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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Yes: The mixture may lead to heavier bleeding when you stop! Hope this is helpful Dr Z

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Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

Can you take aygestin to delay a period at the same time as birth control pills to prevent pregnancy?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Dr Modi and 2 doctors agreed

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